What are the other names for Dischidia nummularia? Turns out it can be called this too
Dischidia nummularia is a perennial herbaceous plant, with leaves like little copper coins strung together, symbolizing good fortune, and since the leaves are thick and succulent, it is a very good foliage plant, loved by more and more flower growers. Come and learn about it with Huahua.
Dischidia nummularia Family and Genus
Apocynaceae (formerly Asclepiadaceae), genus Dischidia. Latin scientific name Dischidia nummularia.
Dischidia nummularia Origin
Native to Australia, and cultivated in the Guangdong and Guangxi regions of China.
Other Names for Dischidia nummularia
Button Vine, Button Jade Vine, Million Hearts.
Button Orchid. This very vividly expresses the form of this plant, giving a playful and lively feeling.
Morphological Characteristics of Dischidia nummularia
The leaf shape closely resembles a heart or a button, so it is also called Million Hearts and Button Vine, and the leaf color is bright green. The stem is slender, the petiole diameter is about 1-2mm, the leaves are round, thinner at the edges and thickened in the middle, with a leathery feel, about 7-10mm in diameter, the sepals are ovate, and the corolla is white or yellow.
Growth Habits of Dischidia nummularia
Dischidia nummularia is a semi-shade plant, drought-tolerant but not waterlogging-tolerant, with a suitable growth temperature of 20~30°C, and it needs a well-draining and breathable growing medium.
Gardening Applications of Dischidia nummularia
Dischidia nummularia is a very good foliage plant. The plant has a trailing habit, can climb on walls or tree trunks, and can also grow as a hanging plant. Choosing a uniquely shaped flower pot or pruning can give the plant different appearances, and it can also be used in floral art.
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